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Boynton Beach reviews e‑bike ordinance that would bar most e‑bikes from sidewalks and add local restrictions
Summary
Commissioners reviewed a draft e‑bike ordinance, supported a proposed sidewalk prohibition and broader rules covering micro‑scooters and storage; staff recommended pairing enforcement with education and PSAs and noted state statutes set a 28 mph threshold.
City staff presented a draft ordinance to regulate e‑bikes and similar recreational devices, proposing to prohibit e‑bike operation on sidewalks and to adopt local restrictions beyond state bicycle law.
Chief DeGiulio (Speaker 7) told the commission that the draft is intended to address repeated complaints about sidewalk use and pedestrian safety: "The ordinance is basically saying ebikes…
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